Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini Recipe
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4.2
Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini Recipe
Description
The Easy Baked Chicken and Zucchini Recipe assembles bite-sized chicken breast, onion chunks, and zucchini pieces seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cumin, sea salt, pepper, and olive oil. After marinating briefly or up to a day, the ingredients are baked uncovered at 425°F, allowing the spices to develop aroma and the chicken to cook tender while vegetables render mild sweetness.
The end result is a one-pan dish combining the savory warmth of the spice blend with the texture of baked chicken and tender zucchini. Serving it hot with a side such as fluffy quinoa or rice complements the meal with additional starch and balances the flavors.
Leftovers can be stored airtight for up to 3 days, making this recipe convenient for meal prep or quick reheating.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless, chicken breast cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 onion chopped into large pieces similar to the size as the chicken, medium-size
- 1 zucchini sliced vertically into four large pieces, then chopped into smaller pieces.
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp oregano dried
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp sea salt or salt to taste
- ¼ tsp pepper freshly milled or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F
- Add the spices, salt, and pepper to a large bowl. Then, add the olive oil and mix everything until a marinade forms.
- When ready, add the cut-up chicken, onion, and zucchini to the marinade. Next, toss to incorporate the ingredients and seasonings fully. For extra flavor, marinate for 15 minutes or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
- Transfer the chicken and veggies to a baking dish and bake it in the oven uncovered at 425°F for 30 minutes.
- Enjoy while hot and serve with fluffy quinoa or buttery rice.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days to keep flavors fresh.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 238 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.5cup | |
| Calories | 238kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 71mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 644mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 630mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 360IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.2
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